That switch has a rubber seal in it, so normal rain, and water from fishing is perfectly fine, but a direct blast from a power washer probably isn't good. I've never had an issue with mine where I mounted it.
At the time when I owned this kayak, I could only think of two reasons you might need to use the quick release. I knew they were situations I wouldn't be getting myself into with this kayak. The first, being loosing power or a dead battery. The second would be to go under a low bridge, or under trees, etc. All the places I regularly fish here in Florida are wide open and I wouldn't need to go under anything, and the battery lasts multiple trips. I charge it the day before any trip so its full. There's always the chance something fails with the anchor, and I'd need it, but the bonafide is so stable I can fold the seat down and just climb to the back and deal with it. But I just got back from a trip up north where I had to go under some tunnels, and I did utilize the quick release so I'd fit.
Easy video everything perfect but my mount did not line up perfectly with my ss127 I had to force everything which I’m sure won’t be great if I ever want to take it off
For other kayaks a mount would likely need to be fabricated from seaboard so it would mount off to the side. i.e. like for a Vibe SeaGhost. or any kayak that has a standard type rudder.
Yes a yak with a rudder could run into that situation. Many have enough room in the back to mount it right next to the rudder. Only issue would be when you pole down the boat will experience yaw when the pole drags the bottom while moving. Not really a huge deal, but could be annoying for some.
@@FloBass I actually made a DIY one that is gravity operated and I have it mounted on the side but as far back as possible and it stays pretty straight in current.
Great video man. I am getting mine tomorrow. Question is, if you physically mount that switch to the yak itself, how do you change the battery without removing it every time and therefore stripping the holes? I don't have it yet so I do not know how the toggle switch opens. Thanks.
The battery lasts a pretty long time so its not really an issue. The holes wont strip as long as you don't over tighten them when you put them back in. They basically cut the threads into the plastic of the yak and will continually follow them when to take the screws in and out.
No the battery is separate. The power pole does come with a cable you can connect to an existing 12 volt battery if you have one. But the pack makes it much easier.
Great video but I don't think you could do this on an ascend kayak there isn't enough plastic on the back end to drill 4 holes and mount it unless I'm missing something. I sold mine years ago but now that I live near a shallow river with smallmouth I would like another one so when I want to fish the river I can. Cuz the ranger won't fit in the river lol.
If you're talking about the cheaper ascend kayaks in the $600, no there's not enough room on the back to direct mount it. You'd have to build a platform. There's always a way to make something work.
3 questions 1 what price for the setup with wireless batt. 2 does the power pole auto stop when it hits ground and goes up or was that you stopping it? And 3 how long do those batt last?
The micro, battery, and spike is around $900. Yes the spike auto stops when it hits the bottom. You can adjust the force from gentle to hard. I got about 3 full day trips worth of battery before it died out on the water at the end of day 3. I couldn't say how many times it went up and down, but it was definitely a lot. Long battery life.
I transport my Bonafide SS 127 on a Yakima Rack and Roll trailer including a 450 mile Interstate trip twice a year. Can I leave the motor mounted while traveling? Naturally, not the pole!
You could, but I don’t recommend it. I lost the thumbscrew for the clamp that way. Power pole was nice enough to send one out free of charge after I inquired to buy one.
How to install power pole step 1 lather your gloves with loctite get it all over your boat and your new power pole step 2 do not tap holes for remote just use a cordless drill with the clutch locked up to insert the remote inside of the Hull of your boat step 3 make sure you wear sunglasses while doing any project
Awesome video ! I just bought a bonafide so this helps , great idea on using hex bolt
They seemed to fit the best in the mount.
Great video I will be mounting mine today on my P127 going to hardware store today thanks
Great job describing in detail the installation process. Thanks for the video...
Thank you, Dale! I'm glad it helped.
Nice video - great explanation
Good video man! Thanks
Great video !
Nice video thank you
Great video. Alot of good information. Keep up the great work
Thanks! Glad it helped.
Excellent Video. Just subbed.
Nice dude!
Well done!
Glad you enjoyed it!
What if my kayak doesnt has a rounded surface in the back?
Also, I power wash my yak after each use, I probably shouldn’t mount my deck switch correct??? Probably can’t handle all that water right??
That switch has a rubber seal in it, so normal rain, and water from fishing is perfectly fine, but a direct blast from a power washer probably isn't good. I've never had an issue with mine where I mounted it.
What’s your reasoning for not using the quick release?? Just curious.🤷🏼♂️
At the time when I owned this kayak, I could only think of two reasons you might need to use the quick release. I knew they were situations I wouldn't be getting myself into with this kayak. The first, being loosing power or a dead battery. The second would be to go under a low bridge, or under trees, etc. All the places I regularly fish here in Florida are wide open and I wouldn't need to go under anything, and the battery lasts multiple trips. I charge it the day before any trip so its full. There's always the chance something fails with the anchor, and I'd need it, but the bonafide is so stable I can fold the seat down and just climb to the back and deal with it. But I just got back from a trip up north where I had to go under some tunnels, and I did utilize the quick release so I'd fit.
Awsome Video Eric 👍
Thanks, Steven! I'm trying to film a yak video tomorrow and have it posted by Sunday morning.
Nice video man
I appreciate that
Easy video everything perfect but my mount did not line up perfectly with my ss127 I had to force everything which I’m sure won’t be great if I ever want to take it off
It shouldn't cause any issues as long as you didn't cross thread the inserts. At the end of the day, we ask a lot of our plastic boats.
For other kayaks a mount would likely need to be fabricated from seaboard so it would mount off to the side. i.e. like for a Vibe SeaGhost. or any kayak that has a standard type rudder.
Yes a yak with a rudder could run into that situation. Many have enough room in the back to mount it right next to the rudder. Only issue would be when you pole down the boat will experience yaw when the pole drags the bottom while moving. Not really a huge deal, but could be annoying for some.
@@FloBass I actually made a DIY one that is gravity operated and I have it mounted on the side but as far back as possible and it stays pretty straight in current.
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Great video man. I am getting mine tomorrow. Question is, if you physically mount that switch to the yak itself, how do you change the battery without removing it every time and therefore stripping the holes? I don't have it yet so I do not know how the toggle switch opens. Thanks.
The battery lasts a pretty long time so its not really an issue. The holes wont strip as long as you don't over tighten them when you put them back in. They basically cut the threads into the plastic of the yak and will continually follow them when to take the screws in and out.
@@FloBass Awesome thanks.
Did the power pole come with the battery pack or did you have to purchase separate?
No the battery is separate. The power pole does come with a cable you can connect to an existing 12 volt battery if you have one. But the pack makes it much easier.
How long does the battery last for regular usage?
About two full day fishing trips with constantly moving around and using the anchor.
@@FloBass On mine I get about 135 down and up, the most I ever used in 7-8 hours was 35 down and up
Couldn`t i use 3m tape to hold my remote switch to the boat that stuff is tuff and i don`t have to drill holes in my Jackson Big Rig .
Great video but I don't think you could do this on an ascend kayak there isn't enough plastic on the back end to drill 4 holes and mount it unless I'm missing something. I sold mine years ago but now that I live near a shallow river with smallmouth I would like another one so when I want to fish the river I can. Cuz the ranger won't fit in the river lol.
If you're talking about the cheaper ascend kayaks in the $600, no there's not enough room on the back to direct mount it. You'd have to build a platform. There's always a way to make something work.
3 questions 1 what price for the setup with wireless batt. 2 does the power pole auto stop when it hits ground and goes up or was that you stopping it? And 3 how long do those batt last?
The micro, battery, and spike is around $900. Yes the spike auto stops when it hits the bottom. You can adjust the force from gentle to hard. I got about 3 full day trips worth of battery before it died out on the water at the end of day 3. I couldn't say how many times it went up and down, but it was definitely a lot. Long battery life.
Cool thanks alot..I know the micro is like 500 to 600 so the batt set up is 300ish?
595 for the micro, 195 for the battery, and around 100 for a spike. Get the long one and cut it down if you need to.
@@FloBass that's not bad. So what like a 10ft pole? That's wat I thought about or even 8ft
I transport my Bonafide SS 127 on a Yakima Rack and Roll trailer including a 450 mile Interstate trip twice a year. Can I leave the motor mounted while traveling? Naturally, not the pole!
You could, but I don’t recommend it. I lost the thumbscrew for the clamp that way. Power pole was nice enough to send one out free of charge after I inquired to buy one.
Where did you get the bolts from?
I got mine from Lowes. Should be able to find them at Ace or Home Depot as well.
How to install power pole step 1 lather your gloves with loctite get it all over your boat and your new power pole step 2 do not tap holes for remote just use a cordless drill with the clutch locked up to insert the remote inside of the Hull of your boat step 3 make sure you wear sunglasses while doing any project
You missed a step...
I just can’t bring myself to pop on a $600 anchor